DONOR RELATIONS COORDINATOR

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies•Sheridan, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Each day at Volunteers of America, we strive to exemplify our foundational pillar of Servant Leadership and Cultural Values of Communication, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence. At VOA we are committed to providing opportunities that help staff grow and enhance their skill sets. As part of this commitment, we invest in on-the-job training to prepare employees for new positions and offer professional development opportunities, coaching, and career pathways to promote our culture of helping staff advance their careers throughout the organization. Summary/Objective: The Donor Relations Coordinator manages a diverse group of donors and implements strategies to effectively recruit, cultivate, solicit, and steward partners. This position is responsible for building relationships with donors while working to increase connection to and support for VOA Northern Rockies (VOA). This position is responsible for working with the VOA Development Team to collectively raise funds necessary to meet the organization's budget needs, and through direct donor solicitation, event and corporate sponsorship, and smart giving.

Requirements

Two years of experience in development or a closely related field or bachelor's degree in a related field
Effective communicator, both oral and written
Ability to effectively work with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to organize/prioritize large volumes of work and calls
Self-motivated, innovative, and possess solid decision-making skills
Must be comfortable in front of people and highly interactive with others
Comfortable in the full suite of Microsoft Office 365 products
Continuous demonstration of behaviors aligned with a posture of servant leadership and our cultural values.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge/NXT Database
More than three (3) years of progressive and responsible experience in fundraising

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of donors, making data-driven decisions to increase engagement and donor support of VOA and VOA Northern Rockies Foundation
Prepare and present regular donor relationship reports that accurately reflect assigned donor group activity, goals, and plans for the donor
Execute fundraising efforts including individual donors, peer to peer and event supporters
Enter data and updates into the Blackbaud database, including donor interactions, files, and other fields used to track donor engagement
Work within the established Fundraising Plan to retain and advance the commitment of the donors for VOA and the VOA Northern Rockies Foundation
Manage constituents, processes, and deadlines while adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization
Assist with direct mail campaigns
Assist the Director of Development in department planning and execution of strategic goals
Represent VOA well in the community and with donors
Have a comprehensive understanding of the programs of VOA and be able to speak to the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Work with the Foundation, Grant, Communications, and Fundraising Teams to advance the organization with donors and stakeholders
Assist in coordination of regular tours across the region
Establish and cultivate relationships with sponsors